Staff Accountant

Building the people that build the world.

With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement, SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer, more efficient, sustainable world. Through our RiSE talent development framework, we Reach, Identify, Strengthen, and Engage our employees to support them in their continued development. We're a global company of problem solvers, collaborators, and innovators, and our businesses build solutions that impact the world.

As part of HVAC Cooling, SPX Cooling Technologies is a leader in high quality industrial HVAC equipment used to cool large facilities like hospitals, data centers, and power plants. With cooling towers, fans, and refrigeration units, companies rely on brands like Marley, Recold, and SGS to provide comfort and mission critical and industrial cooling solutions.

How you will make an Impact (Job Summary)

SPX is a diverse team of unique individuals who all make an impact. The Staff Accountant is responsible for supporting core accounting operations, financial reporting, compliance activities, and audit readiness across the organization. This role performs detailed analysis, prepares reconciliations, supports revenue and backlog reporting, assists with SOX and internal control testing, and ensures the accuracy of financial data across multiple systems. The position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with crossfunctional teams including FP&A, operations, project management, and internal/external auditors.

What you can expect in this role (Job Responsibilities)

While each day brings new opportunities at SPX, your core responsibilities will be:

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Journal Entries & Account Reconciliations - prepare and post journal entries with proper documentation, reconcile accounts and maintain accurate financial records for the Cooling Americas' business.
• Bookings & Backlog Reporting - compile, maintain and analyze customer bookings/awards activity and backlog schedules for management reporting and to support periodic testing,
• SG&A Review - perform preliminary SG&A cost center spend reviews and collaborate with the FP&A analyst/department heads on variance explanations.
• Balance Sheet Review - Support periodic balance sheet reviews, identify unusual activity, and prepare supporting schedules as needed
• Month-end Reporting - prepare product line forecast schedules and review with Controller/Finance management
• Fixed Assets Support - serve as backup for fixed asset tracking, additions, disposals and depreciation support
• Sales & Use Tax Support - provide support, as needed, for documentation and analysis for sales and use tax filings as needed

Controls & Compliance

• SOX Testing - execute SOX internal control testing, support compliance initiatives, including master file audits and policy adherence,
• Revenue Recognition Review - perform ASC 606 testing at the time of order booking to ensure proper revenue recognition and assist with revenue cut-off testing as needed
• Census Reporting - prepare census data submissions and ensure accuracy of employee/financial information as required

Audit Support

• Internal Audit Support - Prepare schedules, provide documentation, and respond to internal audit requests
• External Audit Support - support external auditors by preparing PBCs, reconciliations, and supporting evidence,
• Risk Management Requests - provide financial data and analysis for risk management inquiries from Corporate

CrossFunctional Collaboration

• Work closely with FP&A, operations, project teams, and leadership to ensure accurate financial data and provide ad hoc support to the team and department as needed

What we are looking for (Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education)

We each bring something to the table, and we are looking for someone who has:

Required Experience

• Strong understanding of GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting
• 1-3 years of relevant experience

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to analyze complex data and communicate findings clearly
• Experience in manufacturing, construction, or projectbased accounting.
• Exposure to SOX testing, internal controls, or audit environments.
• Familiarity with ASC 606, backlog reporting, and revenue processes.
• Experience with vendor master controls, or master file audits.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Travel & Working Environment

• Primarily office-based role with standard business hours
• Ability to handle a high volume of work and multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Hybrid schedule available after 90 days

How we live our culture

Our culture is at the center of what we do and, more importantly, who we are. Our core values set a standard for how we manage ourselves, and our Leadership Model sets the standard for how we engage with each other. Whether you are an individual contributor or you lead a large team, each of us leads at SPX.

What benefits do we offer?

We know that the well-being of our employees is integral. Our benefits include:

• Generous and flexible paid time off including paid personal time off, caregiver, parental, and volunteer leave
• Competitive health insurance plans and 401(k) match, with benefits starting day one
• Competitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plans
• Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs

Our commitment to embrace diversity to build a culture of inclusion at SPX

We value different backgrounds, experiences, and voices at SPX, and we are committed to challenging ourselves, openly communicating, and striving to improve every day. We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where everyone has a voice and is encouraged to realize their fullest potential.

SPX is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to making selection decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.